Hello 2021, I’m (Digitally) Moving
I find myself with a new URL (yay!) but that also means I’m in a slightly different corner of the internet. As such, I will no longer be updating this blog, but if you’d still like to follow along for the occasional post and general updates and happenings, you can find me at: http://www.ashleykwarren.com. For … Continue reading Hello 2021, I’m (Digitally) Moving
Grieving My Familiar
(Originally published on ashtreeharmony.com.) A few weeks ago I said goodbye to my thirteen-year-old greyhound Page, my familiar. I knew he was my familiar—I could feel it under my skin—but if you asked me what a familiar was I’m not sure I could have given you a definition. After he passed I thought that I … Continue reading Grieving My Familiar
Out of the Broom Closet
The new movie I Feel Pretty starring Amy Schumer is about a woman who, after a head injury, wakes up the next morning with arguably, a major personality change. As someone who lives with a traumatic brain injury I find this a comical and somewhat accurate premise for a movie, based on my own experience. I could say that I … Continue reading Out of the Broom Closet
Things of the Week 4/24/17
Flipping Off Fish: My new favorite juvenile, guilty pleasure–this is an Instagram account. And the username pretty much says it all. Reading rut: My habit of reading too many things at once has gotten so bad I’m barely reading anything at all. Goodreads has even started sending me passive aggressive messages, “We noticed you’ve only read one … Continue reading Things of the Week 4/24/17
April Events with me!
I’m giving several readings and talks this month–details below. If you’re local I’d love to see you! April 8th 6:00 – 8:00pm – URBAN ARTS PLATFORM, Parking Garage Roof at The Northern Join us on Saturday, April 8th for a night of international and local talent featuring a stunning view of downtown billings atop the Northern … Continue reading April Events with me!
Things of the Week 3/8/17
#Trypod: Tell a friend about your favorite podcast. Show them how to listen. Watch them to ensure they listen. Watch for as long as it takes. #trypod — Night Vale podcast (@NightValeRadio) March 1, 2017 I love podcasts. Every time I reconnect with friends I haven’t seen in a long time we always end up … Continue reading Things of the Week 3/8/17
(Mini) Things of the Week 3/1/17
Question of the week: After a minor kitchen incident, how does one successfully cut a mango? Answer: Get your husband to do it for you while you grab the band-aids. READING “The Rise of Roxane Gay” by Molly McArdle, February 22, 2017 on Brooklyn “Against Readability” by Ben Roth, February 21, 2017 on The Millions Goddesses in Everywoman by … Continue reading (Mini) Things of the Week 3/1/17
Upcoming Workshops
I’ve been collaborating with a lot of great artists lately thanks to the various writing groups and organizations I’ve joined over the last few months. Through these collaborations, I’ve put together a variety of workshops that I’ll be offering in my local community. For ongoing events and workshops check out my new Events page. Here’s … Continue reading Upcoming Workshops
Things of the Week 1/25/17
With the holidays and the start of a new semester, I’ve been on a bit of a hiatus. Returning to a routine has provided an opportunity to start Things up again. So, About That New Year’s Resolution: One of my fave podcasts just did an episode examining one explanation for why some people can follow (or set) New … Continue reading Things of the Week 1/25/17
